Security

The Campus Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (The Clery Act) requires
colleges and universities to a) publish and distribute through publications or mailings
an annual report of campus security policies and crime statistics to all current students
and employees, b) provide copies of the annual report to any applicant for enrollment
or employment upon request and c) upon request, submit a copy of the annual report
to the secretary of education. The crimes to be reported are: murder, sex offenses
(forcible or non-forcible), robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft
and crimes involving bodily injury to a victim because that person was intentionally
selected because of their actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
ethnicity or disability. A crime is considered to be reported when the police officer
or the vice president for student life and dean of students of students has been notified
that a crime has occurred. Bluffton must also report the number of arrests for the
following crimes that occur on campus: liquor law violations, drug abuse violations
and weapons possession. An arrest has occurred when a law enforcement officer has
detained an individual with the intention of seeking charges against the person for
a specific offense and a record is made of the detention.

University policy

As stated in the Bluffton Catalog and the Bluffton University Student Handbook, all members of the campus community are expected to obey local, state and federal
laws. Failure to do so may result in referrals to the university through the campus
judicial system and the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Victims of any crimes
are urged to inform the Bluffton police immediately about the criminal activity.

Reporting procedures

The vice president for student life and dean of students is responsible for monitoring
and maintaining records on criminal activity occurring on campus. Students, faculty
and staff should notify the vice president for student life and dean of students immediately
about any criminal activity. Residential students may obtain report forms from the
hall directors for this purpose. Any type of criminal activity considered to be a
threat to the safety and security of members of the campus community will be shared
with members of the campus community via announcements posted on the bulletin boards,
e-mail or voice mail. An annual report on crime statistics will be compiled by the
vice president for student life and dean of students and printed in the Student Handbook each September (see crime statistics) and it will be made available to prospective students and prospective employees
upon request.

Security for the campus is provided by night security personnel and the Bluffton police
patrol the campus on a 24-hour basis. The night security personnel are not police
officers and, therefore, report all suspicious activities to the Bluffton police.
The night security personnel and the vice president for student life and dean of students
work closely with the Bluffton police in dealing with criminal activities on campus.

Anyone who is facing an emergency situation should call 5-911 on any campus phone.
The dispatcher who answers the call will send a police officer immediately to the
location of the incident.

Weapons

Firearms or other kinds of weapons are not permitted in any of the Bluffton University buildings
or on any part of the campus.

Drugs and alcohol

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled
substance is prohibited at Bluffton University. Any member of the campus community
who participates in such activities will be subject to disciplinary actions which
may range from a warning to suspension. In addition, he/she may be required to participate
in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program. Those who distribute controlled
substances to others will normally be suspended from Bluffton. In addition, those
involved in these kinds of activities will generally be referred to the appropriate
law enforcement agency. Penalties may range from fines to imprisonment.

Bluffton's policies regarding the use and possession of alcohol and other drugs are
stated under Students' Rights and Responsibilities (see expectations). In brief, members of the campus community may not possess or use alcohol on campus
or possess alcohol-related containers. In addition, the unlawful manufacture, distribution,
dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited. All students,
faculty and staff are encouraged to participate in the university's drug/alcohol education
programs and activities that are held throughout the year. Many of the activities
are sponsored by the Peer Awareness Leaders (PALS).

Information about special counseling, rehabilitation and assistance programs can be
obtained from staff in the student life office.

In summarizing our position, Bluffton is opposed to the illegal use and selling of
drugs. The health risks are well documented and this type of behavior disrupts the
life of the individual and the campus community. Our response to this activity is
one of counseling coupled with compliance with the standards of campus conduct and
the law.

In the event of a sexual offense, the victim is urged to contact the campus counselor,
a residence hall staff member or the vice president for student life and dean of students.
The staff member will assist the victim in obtaining medical attention and, if desired
by the victim, contacting the police and/or making a referral through the campus judicial
system. In the event of judicial action, both the accuser and the accused have the
same opportunity to have others present during the proceedings and both will be informed
of the outcome. If the victim of a sexual offense chooses not to report the offense
but needs any type of help, the campus counselor is available to be of assistance.
If the offense is reported to the police, all evidence must be preserved in order
to demonstrate proof of assault. This means that all clothing should be preserved
and no shower taken until the medical authorities have assisted the victim. Bluffton
is committed to assisting victims of sexual assaults by providing counseling, academic
assistance, making room changes if deemed helpful, etc.

Sexual assaults, including date rape and acquaintance rape, are serious violations
of campus standards and the law, and individuals committing such offenses will be
subject to serious sanctions that may include suspension or dismissal from Bluffton
University.

Sexual Assault Resources

Referral sources:It is important to gain counseling support as a victim of a sexual assault. Resources
are available on and off campus that are trained specifically in sexual assault and
are available to meet with students at no charge:

Off campus: Crime Victim Services. Laurel Neufeld Weaver, 419-222-8666. This number
is also available after hours if you have an emergency need.

Making a police report:Victims of sexual assault are encouraged to make a report to the local police. Filing
a police report does not obligate the victim to prosecute but it will provide the
opportunity for collection of evidence helpful for possible future prosecution that
cannot be collected at a later date. You can file a report by calling 419-358-2961
and letting the dispatcher know that you would like to meet with an officer to file
a complaint. A Bluffton University official will be available to you to help you through
the complaint process if requested.

Security:If you are uncomfortable at any time and would like a security escort on campus, you
can call the following numbers: 7 a.m.-8 p.m.: 419-303-5116 8 p.m.-7 a.m.: 419-303-3121

Bluffton University definitions:

Sexual assault refers to any sexual act without the explicit consent of the recipient
of the behavior. In some cases, this may involve force.

Consent is defined as the act of willingly and verbally agreeing to engage in specific
sexual contact or conduct.

Individual cannot be impaired by drugs or alcohol to point that they “lack sufficient
understanding or capacity to make or carry out reasonable decisions”

Sexual assaults, including date rape and acquaintance rape, are serious violations
of campus standards and the law, and individuals committing such offenses will be
subject to serious sanctions that may include suspension or dismissal from Bluffton
University.

Bluffton University student conduct process regarding sexual assault:

Once the victim brings forward an allegation to a university official, this official
will refer the student to the dean of students to file an official complaint. The
victim can also file a report with the police department if they do not want to meet
with a university official.

The person taking the report will immediately issue a “No contact” order between the
victim and the respondant(s) involved. This order will require that both parties to
have no contact with each other either directly or indirectly. Indirect contact includes
but is not limited to contact with the victims friends, family, colleagues or roommate(s).
Direct contact includes but is not limited to face-to-face communication, telephone
calls, written, or any other electronic means of communication including postings
on social media sites. This order remains in effect until the conclusion of the investigation
into this incident.

The dean of students will work with the victim to change the victim’s academic and
living situations if they are requested and are reasonably available.

Victims have rights and are encouraged to ask a faculty or staff member at the university
to participate as a support person throughout the process.

After the investigation the respondents will be presented with the evidence and be
allowed to respond if they accept responsibility for the violation or do not accept
responsibility. If they do not accept responsibility the case is heard by the Campus
Conduct Board.

If the case moves to the Campus Conduct Board, the victim will be ensured the opportunity
to speak to the board without the respondent present. The victim is also ensured of
finding out the outcome of the case.

The standard of evidence for determining sexual assault is whether it is more likely
than not that a sexual assault occurred. This level of proof is commonly referred
to as a “preponderance of the evidence.”

Sex offender registryThe federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act requires institutions of higher education
to issue a statement advising the campus community where law enforcement agency information,
which is provided by a state, concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained.
It also requires sex offenders already required to register in a state to provide
notice, as required under state law, of each institution of higher education in that
state at which the person is employed, carries on a vocation, volunteers services
or is a student.

In the State of Ohio convicted sex offenders must register with the County Sheriff
of the county of residence address within seven days. The registry was established
pursuant to 2950.01 to 2950.14 of the Ohio Revised Code. Every person convicted on
or after July 1, 1997, including juveniles tried and convicted in the courts pursuant
to ORC 2950.03, whether sentenced as adults or juveniles, of an offense for which
registration is required shall be required as a part of the sentence imposed upon
conviction to register and re-register with the County Sheriff of the residency county
as provided in ORC 2950.04.

In addition, all persons convicted of violations under the laws of the United States
or any other State substantially similar to an offense for which registration is required
shall provide to the local agency all necessary information for inclusion with an
Ohio County Sheriff within seven days of establishing a residence with the Ohio county.
Any person required to register shall also be required to re-register within seven
days following any change of residence, whether within the county or any other county.

Bluffton University maintains a Web link to the Attorney General's Office of the State of Ohio for registered sex offenders within the state. Click on the
sex offender search and locate the county of your choice.

Annual crime statistics report

In compliance with the Campus Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (The
Cleary Act), compilation of the information in this report and reporting of crime
statistics is the responsibility of the vice president for student life and dean of
students. Crime statistics for the calendar year are based on what has been reported
to campus security or the student life office, as well as any information provided
by the Bluffton Police Department. The statistics include only those incidents that
have occurred on-campus, in the residence halls and on public property adjacent to
the campus. All campus members (faculty, staff and students) will be reminded annually
at the time of distribution of this report to report all crimes.

For the calendar year 2012, there were no murders, aggravated assaults, robberies
or crimes involving bodily injury to a victim because that person was intentionally
selected because of his/her actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
ethnicity or disability on campus that were reported to the vice president for student
life and dean of students or to the police. For the calendar years 2011, 2012 and
2013 there were no murders, aggravated assaults, robberies, or crimes involving bodily
injury to a victim because that person was intentionally selected because of their
actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability
on campus that were reported to the vice president for student life and dean of students
or to the police.

Offense

Year

On Campus[1]

Residential facilities (subset of on-campus)

Public Areas[2]

Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Negligent Manslaughter

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Sex Offenses Forcible

2013

1

1

0

2012

3

3

0

2011

1

0

0

Sex Offenses, Non-Forcible

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Robbery

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Burglary [3]

2013

10

4

0

2012

6

3

0

2011

10

1

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Arson

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Liquor Law Arrests

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Liquor Law ViolationsReferred for Disciplinary Action

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Drug Law Arrest

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Drug Law Violations Referred for Disciplinary Action

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Illegal Weapons Possession Arrest

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

Illegal Weapons PossessionViolation Referred for Disciplinary Action

2013

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

2011

0

0

0

[1] On campus includes the figure from residence halls within the aggregate.

[2] Public areas are mainly the city streets and sidewalks bordering the campus.

Definitions of crimes for this report are based on the Uniform Crime Reporting Handbook
published by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Annual fire safety report

Fire safety: Instructions and procedures are posted in the residence halls and on all building
bulletin boards. Residents should check their parents insurance policy for coverage
of their personal possessions. Bluffton cannot be responsible for items destroyed
in a fire, tornado, water damage or for stolen items. All students are expected to
leave their rooms when the fire alarm is sounded. Hallways are to be kept completely
free of all belongings at all times. Fire doors in the halls are to be kept closed.
Fire safety policies in the residence halls.

No partitions of any nature may be erected in a room. Sheets or fabrics may not be
hung from the ceilings or walls in student rooms. This does not include posters on
walls or other common wall hangings.

The burning of incense is not permitted in residence halls.

The burning of any object with an open flame (e.g., candles and lanterns) is not permitted
in residence halls. Burnt candles are also not permitted. Candles must have a new
wick or no wick at all.

Live Christmas trees are not permitted in any building on campus.

Halogen lamps are not permitted in the residence halls.

It is a violation of state law to tamper with fire extinguishers and fire alarm systems.
Any students involved in this type of activity will be subject to suspension from
the university.

Smoke detectors have been installed in each room for the safety of the residents.
These should be tested once a week by pressing and holding the test button 1-5 seconds
and listening for the alarm. When the battery begins to weaken, a warning chirp will
sound at least once per minute for seven days. Hall directors should be contacted
when the battery needs to be replaced. Residents will be given a new battery to place
in the alarm.

Fire safety for the campus community:

In the event of a fire, the college expects that all campus community members will
evacuate by the nearest exit, closing doors and activating the fire alarm system (if
one is present) as they leave. Once safely outside a building, it is appropriate to
contact 911. Students and/or staff are informed where to relocate to by staff if circumstance
warrants at the time of the alarm. In the event fire alarms sound, college policy
is that all occupants must evacuate from the building, closing doors as they leave.

Fire safety education and training programs are provided to students and employees.

Fire safety education trainings are provided for all resident assistants living in
on-campus student housing during the fall semester before students arrive on campus.
These programs are designed to familiarize everyone with the fire safety system in
each housing facility, train everyone on the procedures to be followed in case there
is a fire and distribute information on the college s fire safety policies.

Fire safety education and training programs are taught by local fire authorities as
well as the director of student residence life who is experienced in fire safety matters.

Notification of fires: All fires that occur in the residence halls will be reported
to the residence assistant of the floor as well as the hall director of the building. These
staff members will then fill out an incident report which is then sent to the director
of residence life and the vice president for student life and dean of students.

Annual fire safety statistics

04

Residence Hall

# fires

Type of fire

Injuries

Deaths

Property damage

Fire detectionsystem

# of fire drills

Bren-Dell

0

0

0

0

Automatic fire alarm system

4

Ropp

0

0

0

0

Automatic firealarm system

4

Lincoln

0

0

0

0

Automatic firealarm system

4

Hirschy

0

0

0

0

Automatic firealarm system

4

Neufeld

0

0

0

0

Automatic firealarm system

4

Ramseyer

0

0

0

0

Automatic firealarm system

4

Missing student policy & procedure

All Bluffton University students will be offered the opportunity to provide missing
person contact information at the start of the academic year or at the start of the
spring semester for students who begin attending in the spring. Missing person contact
information will remain on record, kept confidential and it may not be disclosed,
except to law enforcement personnel in the event of a missing person investigation.
If the student is under 18 years of age and not emancipated, the legal guardian or
custodial parent will be contacted within 24 hours.

If a member of the Bluffton University community has reason to believe that a student
who resides in on-campus housing is missing, he or she should immediately notify the
vice president for student life and dean of students at 419-358-3248 or email studentlife@bluffton.edu. The vice president will initiate an investigation.

If it is determined that a residential student has been missing for more than 24 hours,
faculty and staff should notify the vice president for student life and dean of students
by calling 419-358-3248 or emailing studentlife@bluffton.edu. The vice president will contact the Bluffton Police Department and the emergency
contact designated by the student. If the student is under 18 years of age and not
emancipated, the legal guardian or custodial parent will be contacted within 24 hours.